Tired of Facebook Stories cluttering up your feed? You’re not alone. While Stories have become a major feature across social platforms, not everyone wants them front and center in their Facebook experience. Let’s walk through some practical solutions to minimize or completely hide Stories from your view in 2025.
Understanding Facebook Stories Placement
Facebook places Stories prominently at the top of both your mobile app and desktop browser, taking up valuable screen real estate. They’re designed to grab your attention with auto-playing previews and bright circles indicating new content. While you can’t officially “disable” Stories through Facebook’s settings, there are several effective workarounds I’ve discovered through extensive testing.
Desktop Browser Solutions
The most reliable method I’ve found for desktop users involves browser extensions. My personal favorite is “FB Story Blocker” (available for Chrome and Firefox), which completely removes the Stories bar from your feed. Simply install the extension, refresh Facebook, and you’ll notice the Stories section vanishes entirely.
Using Custom CSS
For the more technically inclined, you can add custom CSS to your browser to hide Stories. I’ve had great success using browser extensions like Stylus to inject this simple code:
“`css
div[data-pagelet=”Stories”] {
display: none !important;
}
“`
Mobile App Workarounds
On your smartphone, the options are more limited, but I’ve discovered some effective strategies:
1. Use Facebook Lite instead of the main app
2. Access Facebook through your mobile browser
3. Position your thumb at the bottom of the Stories row and quickly scroll past
Alternative Facebook Experiences
If you’re really committed to a Stories-free Facebook experience, consider using third-party Facebook wrapper apps. These alternative clients often offer more customization options, including the ability to hide various features. Just remember to verify the app’s security credentials before granting access to your account.
The Long-Term Solution
While these methods work well in 2025, Facebook regularly updates its platform, potentially breaking some of these solutions. I recommend joining online communities that share updated workarounds – I’ve found Reddit’s r/FacebookTips particularly helpful for staying current with the latest methods.
Remember, your social media experience should work for you, not against you. Don’t feel pressured to engage with features that don’t enhance your Facebook usage. By implementing these solutions, you’ll create a cleaner, more focused social media environment that better suits your preferences.
